The Best Spikeless Golf Shoes for 2020

2020 Spikeless Shoe Buyer’s Guide

This is the best crop of spikeless golf shoes we’ve ever tested. By plenty.

While ever-improving technology and fierce competition make our job a little harder, it also means that there’s never been a better time for you to buy spikeless golf shoes.

Not long ago, choosing spikeless meant choosing to compromise, but those days are over. The best spikeless golf shoes for 2020 don’t require golfers to trade comfort for stability or value for style. You can still go from the office to the golf course, but the spikeless category is about so much more than versatility. Any of the shoes in our top 10 will give you just about everything you could want from a golf shoe.

Best for Comfort - New Balance Fresh Foam LinksSL

Not only does the New Balance Fresh Foam LinksSL offer 360° comfort. The Foam LinksSL also gained top stability and traction marks, making it an all-around quality shoe that performed well overall in testing

 

 

Spikeless Shoe Features That Matter

Comfort

Like any footwear–heck, any apparel, for that matter–the most significant factor is proper sizing. Many brands offer half sizes and multip width options along with various support features. Don’t get seduced by appearance or brand name. With plenty of choices available, you are sure to find the combination of comfort and style you’re looking for.

If you’re looking for the most comfortable shoe, try the New Balance Fresh Foam LinksSL. Other shoes that rival the Fresh Foam’s comfort are the Skechers Go Golf Elite 4 and the Inesis Dry Grip and Waterproof models.

Traction

This has been the proverbial millstone around spikeless shoes from their inception. True or not, the perception is that spikeless shoes do not offer significant traction. And while that’s generally true in wet conditions, the best spikeless shoes for 2020 maintain their grip even when the course is soft.

If all-weather traction is your main concern, try the Inesis Waterproof or the Adidas Codechaos. For those who want solid traction and minimal movement, consider the Under Armour HOVR Show Sl GTX.

Stability

Spikeless designs tend to be less stable than traditional spiked shoes. It’s not unintentional, as the purpose of early spikeless shoes was to allow more freedom of movement as well as increased comfort. That being said, while the ideal level of stability varies among golfers, a shoe should never be so unstable that your foot spills over the edge of the footbed.

As the spikeless shoe has grown in popularity, the need to marry the lifestyle design of spikeless shoes with more traditional shoe elements has emerged. As a result, we’re seeing more options designed around greater stability. In doing so, you often lose a bit of the casual gym shoe look. It’s a small price to pay for spikeless options that offer the stability of a traditional golf shoe.

Golfers seeking the ultimate in stability should consider the Under Armour Hovr Show Sl GTX and Footjoy Pro SL Carbon. The Inesis Waterproof is also an excellent choice.

EXPERT TIP - Are You Looking for Increased Breathability?

Golfers looking for increased breathability should consider designs with a "knit" textile upper. Not only are shoes like the Adidas SG2 breathable and lightweight, but most are fully waterproof despite the mesh-like material.

The Best Spikeless Shoes 2020 - Features

	Product	Colors	Sizing	Width	Warranty
	Adidas Codechaos Check Price	4	7 to 13	M	1 Year
	Adidas SG2 Check Price	4	7 to 15	M	1 Year
	Adidas Adipure SP 2 Check Price	3	7 to 13	W	1 Year
	Adidas Crossknit DPR Check Price	3	7 to 15	M	1 Year
	Athalonz Golf-EnVe Check Price	2	5 to 14	M	NA
	Callaway Oceanside LX Check Price	2	8 to 15	M-W	2 year
	Cuater The Wildcard Check Price	3	8 to 13	M	1 Year
	Asics Gel Course Glide Check Price	5	8 to 13	M	1 Year
	Duca Del Cosma Camelot Check Price	3	7 to 13	M-W	1 Year
	Ecco S Three Check Price	3	5 to 13.5	M-W	1 Year
	Ecco Biom Cool Pro Check Price	4	5 to 13.5	M-W	1 Year
	Footjoy Pro SL Carbon Check Price	2	7 to 15	N-EW	2 Year
	Footjoy Pro Sl Check Price	6	7 to 15	N-EW	2 year
	Inesis Waterproof Check Price	5	6.5 to 13.5	M	2 Year
	Inesis Winter Check Price	2	6.5 to 13.5	M	2 Year
	Inesis Dry Grip Check Price	3	6.5 to 13.5	M	2 Year
	New Balance Fresh Foam Linkssl Check Price	4	7 to 15	M-EW	2 Year
	Nike Air Max 1 G Check Price	5	7 to 16	M	1 Year
	Puma Ignite NXT Lace Check Price	7	7 to 14	M-W	1 Year
	Skechers Go Golf Elite 4 Check Price	3	7.5 to 13	M	2 Year
	Skechers Go Golf Max Rover Check Price	2	7.5 to 13	M	2 Year
	Tomo Vol 1 ONYX Check Price	2	7 to 14	M	1 Year
	Under Armour Hovr Show SL GTX Check Price	2	7 to 15	M	2 Year
	Under Armour Hovr Show SL GTX Sun Check Price	1	8 to 13	M	2 Year
	Under Armour Hovr Fade SL Check Price	2	7 to 15	M	2 Year

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EXPERT TIP - Try the BOA

While BOA/DISC offerings are less common in spikeless designs, shoes with these closure systems often fit differently than the laced versions. If the laced model doesn't feel quite right, it's worth trying the BOA/DISC closure system if it’s available, but be ready to pay for it.

More Tips

• Not everyone needs a ton of stability in a golf shoe. Try different shoe designs to determine what level of stability works best for you.
• If you find that you want or need maximum stability, look for designs with “cage technology” in the mid-foot section. It’s common in traditional spiked shoes but companies have begun adding stability-enhancing components to their spikeless designs.
• Depending on the manufacture, sizes can vary. If you can’t try them on, check the company’s sizing sheet to ensure you get the size you need.
• Whether you choose spiked or spikeless, have your foot measured to ensure you’re buying the proper size.
• To play your best you need to be grounded. A shoe that doesn’t provide proper traction is going to cost you strokes.
• In general, spikeless shoes are easier on turf than the more aggressively spiked shoes. If you want your superintendent to love you, go spikeless.

A New Shoe Can Boost Your Swing Speed

According to FootJoy, wearing the right golf shoe can add up to 3 mph of swing speed.

The Best Spikeless Shoes 2020 - Results

	Product	Stabiltiy	Comfort	Elements	Style	Traction	Total
	Adidas Codechaos Check Price	3rd	9th	4th	1st	5th	94
	Under Armour Hovr Show SL GTX Check Price	1st	16th	1st	6th	5th	93.5
	Inesis Waterproof Check Price	1st	7th	4th	19th	1st	93
	New Balance Fresh Foam Linkssl Check Price	3rd	1st	14th	13th	5th	91.5
	Under Armour Hovr Show SL GTX Sun Check Price	9th	18th	1st	8th	5th	90.5
	Skechers Go Golf Elite 4 Check Price	3rd	1st	8th	13th	20th	90
	Ecco S Three Check Price	15th	14th	1st	8th	17th	89
	Nike Air Max 1 G Check Price	12th	9th	23rd	1st	10th	88.5
	Adidas SG2 Check Price	20th	3rd	16th	6th	10th	88
	Inesis Winter Check Price	3rd	12th	11th	25th	3rd	86.5
	Callaway Oceanside LX Check Price	19th	14th	11th	13th	16th	85.5
	Adidas Adipure SP 2 Check Price	12th	19th	14th	11th	10th	85
	Adidas Crossknit DPR Check Price	22nd	7th	20th	13th	3rd	85
	Asics Gel Course Glide Check Price	16th	9th	18th	19th	15th	85
	Footjoy Pro SL Carbon Check Price	3rd	22nd	4th	1st	17th	85
	Under Armour Hovr Fade SL Check Price	9th	21st	8th	18th	5th	85
	Puma Ignite NXT Lace Check Price	21st	3rd	18th	1st	23rd	84
	Footjoy Pro Sl Check Price	8th	24th	4th	1st	17th	83.5
	Ecco Biom Cool Pro Check Price	16th	16th	8th	19th	23rd	82.5
	Inesis Dry Grip Check Price	16th	3rd	20th	23rd	1st	81.5
	Cuater The Wildcard Check Price	23rd	12th	24th	13th	10th	81.5
	Skechers Go Golf Max Rover Check Price	23rd	1st	25th	8th	20th	81.5
	Tomo Vol 1 ONYX Check Price	9th	19th	11th	19th	25th	81
	Athalonz Golf-EnVe Check Price	3rd	23rd	20th	11th	20th	79
	Duca Del Cosma Camelot Check Price	25th	25th	16th	23rd	10th	68.5

Best for Traction - Inesis Waterproof

If traction is your number one priority, the Inesis Waterproof shoe is a fantastic and economical option. No matter how hard you swing the Waterproof keeps you in place, rain or shine. As with most Inesis shoes, they're insanely comfortable, and at only $79.99, they offer plenty of value as well.

Best Spikeless Shoes of 2020 – FAQ

Q: How much should I spend on a shoe? 

A: While it’s possible to find a well-designed, fully featured golf shoe for around $80, the majority of top performers sell for around $150. Golfers who play just a few times a year may be able to find a suitable option for less. Never skimp on comfort to save a buck.

Q: What is the main feature I should look for when buying a spikeless shoe?

A: Comfort is by far the most important factor, followed by traction. Stability is also an important consideration but different golfers require different levels of stability. Only after you have those three considerations covered should style factor into the decision.

Q: Is BOA/DISC technology better than laces?

A: Use of BOA and DISC technology is less prevalent in spikeless designs. Some golfers prefer modern closure systems to traditional laces but it’s certainly not a universal preference. Users of BOA and DISC report a tendency for their shoes to loosen throughout a round. Although it’s not a big deal to re-tighten, who wants to worry about it? Also consider that if a shoelace breaks, it’s easily replaceable, whereas warranty replacements for other closure systems can take some time.

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Callaway Jaws MD5 Raw Wedge

While it’s possible that autumn will bring some larger, more compelling releases, the fallout from COVID-19 has transformed 2020 into the year of the wedge (and not much else).

TaylorMade introduced the custom MyMG2 Wedge program. Vokey Wedge Works was about a month and a half behind schedule with its first special release of 2020 and, this week, Callaway is extending its flagship wedge franchise with the release of the Jaws MD5 Raw Wedge.

About the Callaway Jaws MD5 Wedge

Kudos to Callaway for keeping it simple. The name tells you most of what you need to know. It’s still a Jaws MD5 wedge, which means you get every bit of the technology that came with the original release last fall but now it’s available with a raw finish, which basically means no finish at all.

As you probably know by now, a raw wedge is going to rust but to its credit, Callaway isn’t contributing to the myth that rust adds spin.

It doesn’t.

Instead, Callaway is saying you should expect the raw version of the MD5 to offer the same high and consistent spin as the finished versions, with the low-glare look many tour players prefer.

That’s perfectly reasonable.

The requisite disclaimer is that an unplated (raw) wedge will typically wear faster than a finished version. Tour pros get their wedges for free; you probably don’t. Just something to consider.

While the Jaws MD5 raw offering isn’t available for every MD5 SKU, with options ranging from 50 to 62 degrees, raw is available for a good bit of the existing lineup. As is unfortunately typical, left-handed golfers get fewer options.  52-, 56- and 60-degree S Grind wedges are your only choices in the raw model. As my mother says, you’ll eat it and you’ll like it.

If it’s any consolation (and I bet it’s not), nobody gets a raw W Grind.

Two New Loft/Grind Combinations

The Jaws MD5 Raw wedge story isn’t merely about the finish. You also get two new loft/grind options to consider.

Previously, the X Grind – a high-bounce, wide-sole wedge with heel, toe and trailing-edge relief – was available in 58 and 60 degrees only. Given the utility of the grind, it makes sense to extend the offering to cover sand wedge lofts as well. To that end, the raw version is available in both 54  and 56 degrees.

The other new option in the Jaws MD5 Raw family is a high-loft (58 and 60 degrees), low-ish bounce (eight degrees) T Grind. Callaway says its implementation of the T Grind offers a crescent sole, a slightly thicker topline and a higher center of gravity. That last bit typically gets you lower launch with more spin and exactly the sort of trajectory better players are looking for from their higher-lofted wedges.

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It’s likely not a coincidence that the new grinds were added on the same day. Paired together, the X/T combo could work for a player looking to mix a versatile high-bounce sand wedge with a low-bounce lob wedge to handle tight lies.

As we’ve said before, the course doesn’t care if you’re a digger, a dirver, or a slider. Invariably, there will be times when you don’t have a choice so it’s a good idea to assemble a set of wedges that will allow you to hit whatever shot the course gives you.

Callaway Jaws MD5 Wedge – Availability and Pricing

The Callaway Jaws MD5 Raw Wedge is available in 50 degrees (S Grind), 52 degrees (S Grind), 54 degrees (S and X), 56 degrees (S and X), 58 degrees (S, X, T), 60 degrees (S, T, X) and 62 degrees (C Grind) for right-handed golfers.

Lefties are limited to 52 degrees (S Grind), 56 degrees (S Grind) and 60 degrees (S Grind).

The retail price for the Callaway Jaws MD5 Raw Wedge is $159.99. Availability begins June 4.

For more information, visit Callawaygolf.com.

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Tour Edge EXS Pro Irons and Wedges

Historically, a good bit of Tour Edge’s success with better players is the result of doing one thing exceptionally well – fairway woods. The question, to a degree, has always been, “Can Tour Edge produce irons and wedges that match the performance of the fairway woods and hybrids?”

Tour Edge believes its EXS Pro line of irons and wedges is the answer.

Skinny

Last week we introduced you to the Tour Edge Pro driver, fairway wood, and hybrid. Today, we’re on to the irons and wedges. Specifically, this release includes two sets of irons: the Tour Edge EXS Pro Forged and EXS Blade irons and EXS Blade wedges.

As with the metalwoods, the irons and wedges fit Tour Edge’s “straight from the tour van” narrative. The objective with the EXS Pro irons and wedges, says Tour Edge, was to create a more traditional “player” aesthetic “that utilizes only the finest materials and precise CNC milling.”

“As a club designer,” says Tour Edge Owner and Designer, David Glod, “I love player iron designs that are as beautiful as they are playable.”

Again, Tour Edge is billing this release as a limited-edition, small-batch, whatever-you-want-to-call-it offering. With the driver, fairway woods, and hybrids, Tour Edge manufactured 1000 of each, so it’s reasonable to think the quantities for iron sets and wedges might be a bit less.

Tour Edge EXS Pro Blade Iron Specifics

With almost any muscle-back design, there isn’t a lot of room for creativity. Thin toplines, minimal offset, and an overall compact footprint are three integral elements of any authentic blade iron.

You might, however, see designers take some liberty with the shaping and size of the muscle-pad. It’s a simple way to draw some distinction between models. Given the confined parameters of what constitutes a muscle-back iron, it’s one of the few ways to do so.

In general, the point of a muscle-back iron like the EXS Pro blade is to center a significant amount of weight directly in line with the center of gravity. More mass directly behind the intended impact location results in the soft, yet solid feel typical of blade irons.

The Exotics EXS Pro Blade is what Tour Edge terms a “milled forging.” Specifically, it uses S25C (we call it 1025 here in ‘Murica) carbon steel for the body. Then, elements of the cavity, face, and scoring lines are precision milled to maintain tight tolerances and consistent production specs.

Regarding shaping, the EXS Pro Blade features a narrow sole, beveled leading edge and square toe alongside a sufficiently thin top line and shorter heel-toe length. The raw head features a dual-finish with both a traditional high-polished chrome juxtaposed with a duller satin in the cavity and milled areas.

Perhaps the most challenging piece of any muscle-back design is making sure you don’t try to do too much to attract attention. With that, the cavity stamping is a bit busy for me. Not that anyone asked, but I would have stuck with a simple “Exotics” on the muscle-pad and let the design speak for itself.

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Tour Edge EXS Pro Forged Iron Specifics 

In general, when we’re talking about forged irons and wedges, typical tech stories take a back seat. So, we won’t be detailing the benefits and inner workings hollow-cavities, thin faces, TPE inserts, or urethane microspheres. Mostly.

Like the EXS Pro Blade, the EXS Pro Forged utilizes a high-grade Japanese S25C carbon steel head. From there, the forged face and grooves are CNC milled. To be clear, CNC milling grooves, faces, and other portions of the clubhead is an industry-standard practice that is more precise than forging or casting. It’s also a more time-consuming and expensive process, which is why it tends to be reserved for the pieces of the clubhead where precision is most important.

Compared to the EXS Pro Blade, the Pro Forged has a slightly thicker top line and a bit more offset. Again, terms like compact, thin, and narrow are subjective. Tour Edge utilizes a triple-forging technique that it says provides a thinner center and creates heel & toe weight pads for more forgiveness and more consistent ball speeds.

This process allows Tour Edge to place a 10-gram tungsten toe weight in the 3-6 irons to help pull the CG toward the geometric center of the clubface and increase heel-toe MOI/forgiveness.

The familiar-looking cavity insert combines steel, ABS polymer, and a dampening gel for what Tour Edge describes as “an improved sound and feel.” See, I told you there’d be some goo involved at some point.

Tour Edge EXS Blade Wedge Specifics

As with the EXS Pro irons, the Pro Blade Wedge is forged from high-grade S25C carbon steel. The CNC milled face and grooves push right up against USGA limits while offering maximum spin.

In the cavity, a milled-out parallel section allowed Tour Edge to reposition some weight both high and low on the clubface to enhance “distance control on shots higher and lower on the face.” With that, a flare toe design moves the center of gravity slightly higher for lower launch and more spin. To help achieve this, Tour Edge chamfered the trailing edge of the top line, which allows it to still look a bit thinner at address even though it’s actually thicker.

The EXS Milled Forged wedge feature deeper, narrower grooves in the 50° and 52° models and wider grooves in the 54°-60° options. The sole grind is a one-size-fits-most with some heel and toe relief on what’s otherwise a high-bounce wedge. A single bounce-grind combination is available in even-numbered lofts, 50°-60°.

Context and Everything Else

For the most part, this is a boilerplate, as expected release. All of its EXS Pro line equipment fits a similar target demographic though Tour Edge appears to be comfortable with a pricing structure that’s much closer to the industry standard.

Pandemic pricing notwithstanding, at $150/club, a 4-PW set of irons will run you $1050. As a point of reference, that’s roughly $12.00-$25.00/club less than the Mizuno MP-20 series. Regarding the wedges, one might argue without a more extensive suite of bounce/loft configurations and finishes, there isn’t enough separation from the industry leader, Vokey that’s priced just $10 higher.

The EXS Pro line of irons and wedges is likely a play to the core golfer who already has an affinity for Tour Edge. Based on price alone (we’ll wait to comment on performance until we have the opportunity for some in-hand testing), it seems Tour Edge is working to position the EXS Pro line as a value-priced alternative to the major manufacture’s flagship, tour-focused models. It’s something like working to find the least expensive house in a high-end neighborhood rather than the highest-price house in a more affordable one.

That brings us to the aesthetics of the EXS Pro Forged irons. On one hand, one might posit that Tour Edge has a developing Callaway fetish. From the Rally wedge to the EXS Pro driver and now with the EXS Pro Forged irons, it’s clear Tour Edge is borrowing heavily from successful Callaway designs. Hey, if you’re going to copy someone’s Algebra homework, make sure it’s the smartest kid in the class, right?

That said, if consumers receive the message as Tour Edge is putting out equipment that performs (and looks) like industry leaders (in this case, it’s a singular leader) at a more attractive price point, that’s a pretty crafty way to establish some implied credibility with the hardcore golfer.

As always, tell us what you think.

Pricing, Availability, and Specs

All the EXS Pro irons and wedges will be available through select Tour Edge fitters and retail locations starting 6/1/2020

EXS Pro Forged Irons and EXS Pro Blade Irons ($150/club)

The stock shafts are the True Temper Elevate Tour VSS Pro (R/S flex) and True Temper Dynamic Gold 105 (R300/S300

EXS Pro Blade Wedge ($150/club)

 The stock shaft is the True Temper Dynamic Gold 115 (wedge flex).

 For more information visit TourEdge.com.

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• 20:29  – Ever find it difficult to dive into the world of shafts? Our 2020 Graphite Shaft Survey reveals that you’re likely not alone.
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